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ATTENTION STARTUP FRIENDS! Google and NVIDIA have teamed up to offer mutual benefits to members of the NVIDIA Inception and Google for Startups programs. Up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits for AI startups + Deep Learning Institute (DLI) credits, discounted access to GPU hardware, AI tools and the Inception VC Alliance platform connecting companies with potential investors! This is one of the most inclusive joint partnerships I have seen in our space to help entrepreneurs. There is no such thing as "big vs small". When startups win - we all win! #StartupGeneration #RoomForEveryone

Interesting read about the investments of Nvidia in niche GenAI startups. They bring money... and GPUs. "How Nvidia’s Investment Arm Is Supercharging A New Class Of AI Startups"

With NVIDIA rolling out a new high-end processor, I spoke with industry analysts, venture investors and a startup founder about how the company's dominance of the AI chip industry — and the resulting price premium it's able to command — is affecting startups in San Francisco and beyond. Nvidia is clearly benefitting from its preeminence. Last year, its annual profit was greater than its annual revenue in any prior year. And nearly one of every two dollars it recorded in sales went straight to its bottom line. But that windfall is having ripple effects elsewhere, particularly when it comes to which startups are raising venture funds, how much they're raising and how they're spending their money. Thanks to NFX's Pete Flint, EMARKETER's Jacob Bourne, Mercury Research, Inc.'s Dean McCarron, Gartner's Chirag Dekate, Ph.D., IDC's Shane Rau, Alembic Technologies, Inc.'s John A., PitchBook's Brendan Burke and Monochrome Capital's Ben Metcalfe for sharing their thoughts and insights.

Nvidia Shopping in Israel This past week, Nvidia completed an acquisition of Israeli company Run:ai and is rumoured to be on the verge of announcing a second one of Deci. This underscores the remarkable technologies that are being developed in Israel and highlights Nvidia’s strategic and opportunistic investment approach. The ongoing war with Hamas has unfortunately led to a decrease in the valuations of Israeli companies. However, this presents a significant opportunity for global investors. It’s a chance to invest in undervalued assets and contribute to the growth of the most vibrant venture capital ecosystem outside the US. Whether it’s early-stage startups, pre-IPO, or public companies, Israeli firms are currently “on-sale”. However, given that this war will end and the resilience and innovative capacity of the Israeli people and the companies will continue, I bet this situation won’t last long. Now is the time to invest. #InvestIsrael #TechInvestment #GlobalOpportunity #ResilientInnovation

Breaking News: NVIDIA and Google Cloud Collaborate to Accelerate AI Development    NVIDIA and Google Cloud have announced a new collaboration to help startups around the world accelerate the creation of generative AI applications and services. The announcement, made today at Google Cloud Next ‘24 in Las Vegas, brings together the NVIDIA Inception program for startups and the Google for Startups Cloud Program to widen access to cloud credits, go-to-market support and technical expertise to help startups deliver value to customers faster. Qualified members of NVIDIA Inception, a global program supporting more than 18,000 startups, will have an accelerated path to using Google Cloud infrastructure with access to Google Cloud credits — up to $350,000 for those focused on AI. Google for Startups Cloud Program members can join NVIDIA Inception and gain access to technological expertise, NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute course credits, NVIDIA hardware and software, and more. Eligible members of the Google for Startups Cloud Program also can participate in NVIDIA Inception Capital Connect, a platform that gives startups exposure to venture capital firms interested in the space. #StartupInsider #SNews #StartupNews #SInvestments #Investments #Google #NVIDIA #GoogleCloud #GoogleForStartups #NVIDIAInception #AI #Development

Nvidia's investment arm, Nventures, is fueling the growth of AI startups with strategic investments and support beyond just funding. This move underscores Nvidia's commitment to shaping the future of AI technology. Learn more in this Forbes article: Nvidia's Investment Arm Is Supercharging A New Class Of AI Startups. #AI #Nvidia #TechInvestments

Over the past couple of years, Nvidia, by far the largest AI chipmaker, has ramped up its investments in startups that propel it deeper into the AI space. We at TechCrunch were curious to see how the investments stacked up between the top AI chipmakers — Nvidia, AMD, Arm and Intel. So we pored over Crunchbase data, with an eye toward recent activity from each chipmaker and their VC divisions. Read more from Kyle Wiggers on how much are Nvidia’s rivals investing in startups here: https://tcrn.ch/3wB3HVS #TechCrunch #technews #Nvidia #AI #startup #investing

In February 2024, NVIDIA became the world's fourth most valuable company. Its stock price also soared to an all-time high of $800, valuing the company at nearly $2 trillion. Goldman Sachs declared it “the most important stock on planet earth”. How did this happen? They were one of the first companies to leverage AI to create AI chips. Established in 1993, NVIDIA pivoted towards AI in 2008 after discovering its potential.   Today, NVIDIA can rival Google, Amazon and Meta based on its worth. Lesson: Always stick to what you do best. #startups #tech

Microsoft is taking a monumental step in nurturing innovation by offering a select group of startups free access to potent AI supercomputers equipped with Nvidia's latest chips. Through the Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub program, eligible startups will gain access to a wealth of Microsoft Azure resources, including state-of-the-art generative AI technology. This unprecedented opportunity empowers startups with high-performance AI hardware and software without financial constraints. Microsoft's generosity extends to Y Combinator-backed startups and its venture fund, M12. They simplify deployment and management through Azure Machine Learning, offering extensive AI expertise and responsible AI practices. In addition to resources, Microsoft's commitment to support users in potential copyright cases demonstrates their dedication. With accessible AI resources, startups can accelerate projects. This isn't just about technology; it's about reshaping the future. #Microsoft #AI #Startups #Innovation #Nvidia #Azure #TechNews